High Plains of Texas and New Mexico Latter-day Saints

09/15/2026

President Dallin H. Oaks to Speak at Washington National Cathedral

President Dallin H. Oaks of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will deliver a keynote address at the Washington National Cathedral on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in Washington, D.C.

The event, titled “Faith, Freedom and the Common Good,” will explore the relationship between religious faith and American democracy. President Oaks will speak on faith, religious liberty and the United States Constitution on the eve of Constitution Day.

President Oaks has spoken and written extensively on religious freedom, the United States Constitution and the importance of faith in civic life. Before his call as an Apostle in 1984, he served as a justice on the Utah Supreme Court and was a professor of law at the University of Chicago.

In addition to his teachings on religious liberty and constitutional principles, President Oaks has frequently encouraged greater civility and understanding across differences. Earlier this year, he invited followers of Jesus Christ to be peacemakers in their homes, communities and public discourse, teaching: “Let us follow Christ by forgoing contention and by using the language and methods of peacemakers.”

The free event begins at 6 p.m. EDT in the cathedral’s nave and will be available online via livestream. In-person passes have reached capacity.

President Dallin H. Oaks will deliver a keynote address on faith, religious liberty and the U.S. Constitution at the Washington National Cathedral on September 16, 2026.

09/09/2026

Heart of Service Award presented to local non-profit organization

AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — The Amarillo Police Department presented the Texas Panhandlers 100 Club with the Heart of Service Award. This afternoon, the Heart of Service Award was presented to th…

08/22/2026

Changes to the Sunday Class Meeting Schedule Instruction

Watch these videos for information about changes to the Sunday meeting schedule and teaching materials that are available.

Changes to the Sunday Class Meeting Schedule Instruction

08/22/2026

Reservations Start Sept. 1. Learn How to Reserve Tickets to the Salt Lake Temple Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable experience April 5, 2027, to October 1, 2027. Everyone is welcome. Reserve your temple open house tour beginning September 1, 2026.

Everyone is welcome. Reserve your Salt Lake Temple Open House tour, visit the new Temple Square Visitors' Center, and join a once-in-a-generation celebration of faith and history in Salt Lake City.

08/17/2026

Catholic charities is in need of help August 20 at the Amarillo Civic center to make and fill boxes from the Affiliated Foods event. Meet at 2:00 to start making boxes. 4:00 to start filling boxes. Come when you can! Do what you can!

Starts at 2pm in the Regency room.

Contact Laura Humpherys if you have any questions. (806) 881-9036

08/14/2026

9/11 Day of Service Events

In addition to the Community Blood Drive at 5401 Bell Street on September 5, other Day of Service Events are happening across the street at John Stiff Park in Amarillo. There will be outdoor games at the pavilion by the volley ball courts from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

08/13/2026

Heart of Service Award to Be Presented to the Texas Panhandle 100 Club

Amarillo, TX. The Heart of Service Award will be presented to Texas Panhandle’s 100 Club at 12:00 noon at the Amarillo Police Department. (200 SE 3rd Ave, Amarillo, TX 79101) on Saturday, September 5. Amarillo Mayor Cole Stanley will be presenting the award. The Heart of Service Award symbolizes partnership and purpose, reflecting the collaboration between JustServe (a free online platform and mobile app that connects people who want to volunteer with local community projects and nonprofit organizations that need help) and America250 during our nation's 250th anniversary.

This award honors extraordinary volunteers whose leadership strengthens communities, inspires others, and creates meaningful, lasting impact through service.

With JustServe on one side and America250 on the other, the award represents a shared commitment to strengthening communities through service nationwide — and making 2026 the largest year of service in the history of Just Serve.

The Texas Panhandle 100 Club provides assistance at a moment’s notice. The 100 Club also provides life-protecting equipment and educational opportunities for firefighting and law enforcement agencies that cannot be secured through budgeted funds. The Texas Panhandle 100 Club responds with financial aid for families of public safety personnel who are seriously injured in the line of duty or killed in the line of duty including, city, county, state, and federal law enforcement officers in the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle, firefighters operating within the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle and certified peace officers operating within the top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. Individuals may join the 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle by going to their website:
https://www.texaspanhandle100club.org/membership/

Local Just Serve coordinator Hannah Lusk has organized service projects happening on September 5 to honor our local first responders as part of the National Day of Service, including a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 5401 Bell Street and donations of essential items to be given to first responders in our area.

08/11/2026

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the open house and dedication dates for the Fort Worth Texas Temple.

A media day for the Fort Worth Texas Temple will be held on Monday, November 2, 2026, followed by tours for invited guests on November 3 and 4. The public open house will be held Thursday, November 5, through Saturday, November 21, 2026 (excluding Sundays).

The dedication will take place on Sunday, January 10, 2027, and will be broadcast to all congregations in the Fort Worth Texas Temple district.

This will be the sixth dedicated temple in the state, joining temples in Dallas, Houston, Lubbock, McAllen and San Antonio. Temples are under construction in Austin and Fairview and have been announced in El Paso and Fort Bend.

Texas is home to nearly 400,000 members of the Church, meeting in around 750 congregations.

The Fort Worth Texas Temple was announced in 2021.

The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the open house and dedication dates for the Fort Worth Texas Temple and the groundbreaking date for the Barcelona Spain Temple.

08/10/2026

Just Serve Specialist Hannah Lusk is seeking donations of items for hygiene kits to give to area first responders as part of our 9/11 Day of Service. Items to be collected include chapstick, body wipes, Lifesavers, travel sized deodorant, travel size hand sanitizer, pens, mini combs/brushes, hand wipes, water packets, Jolly Ranchers, Gum, Post-it notes, one use tooth brushes, personal sized Kleenex. and protein bars. Collection boxes have been placed at the Bell Street and Canyon Ward buildings.

08/04/2026

New ‘Friend to Friend’ Video for Children Teaches the Family Is of God

A Friend to Friend video for children available September 13, 2026, helps children better understand the importance of families and how they can strengthen theirs.